Platforms of Extremism: Why Australia Must Confront Digital Misogyny as a Security Threat - Australian Institute of International Affairs

Platforms of Extremism: Confronting Digital Misogyny as a Security Threat

Australia is entangled in global digital misogyny infrastructures, from Melbourne hospitals to Sydney arrests linked to the Nth Room.

The arrest of junior doctor Ryan Cho in July 2025 for allegedly installing spycams in a Melbourne hospital highlights a broader issue.

It reflects a broader infrastructure of digital sex crimes that link hidden cameras, encrypted platforms, and online communities across borders.

Treating these crimes as isolated risks repeating the failures of other states, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive approach to address digital misogyny as a security threat.

Author's summary: Australia must confront digital misogyny as a security threat to prevent further failures.

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Australian Institute of International Affairs Australian Institute of International Affairs — 2025-10-18

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